Middle School German 1 for Grades 7 - 8

Middle School German 1 for Grades 7 - 8

Quick Overview

This fun, interactive German course for middle school students is filled with diverse, multimedia language activities. Students begin their introduction to German by focusing on the four key areas of foreign language study: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

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12-Months Unlimited Access (one-time payment) $249.00

Teacher-Led Course (one-time payment) $950.00

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Course Overview

This fun, interactive German course for middle school students is filled with diverse, multimedia language activities. Students begin their introduction to
German by focusing on the four key areas of foreign language study: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course represents an ideal blend of
language learning pedagogy and online learning. Each unit consists of a new vocabulary theme and grammar concept, reading and listening comprehension
activities, speaking and writing activities, multimedia cultural presentations, and interactive activities and practices which reinforce vocabulary and
grammar. There is a strong emphasis on providing context and conversational examples for the language concepts presented in each unit. Students should
expect to be actively engaged in their own language learning, become familiar with common vocabulary terms and phrases, comprehend a wide range of grammar
patterns, participate in simple conversations and respond appropriately to basic conversational prompts, analyze and compare cultural practices, products,
and perspectives of various German-speaking countries, and take frequent assessments where their language progression can be monitored. The course has been
carefully aligned to national standards as set forth by ACTFL (the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages).

Vocabulary Theme

Each unit presents a new set of vocabulary words pertaining to a particular theme. Each topic is first presented in context and then the vocabulary is
further practiced through a variety of interactive activities and practices. A printable vocabulary list is also provided.

Grammar Concept

Each unit introduces a new grammar pattern. The concept is first introduced in a contextualized situation and then presented in a multimedia grammar
animation. The concept is then further practiced in several interactive activities throughout the unit. A printable explanation of the pattern is also
provided.

Presentation of Culture through Culture Videos

In each unit students learn about various cultural aspects (e.g. practices, products, and perspectives) of a German-speaking country through short
video presentations.

"Out of Seat" Activities

Several times during the year, students are given opportunities to use the language "outside" the course. These are specific assignments directing
students to interact in a genuine way with the German language or German-speaking cultures.

Speaking and Writing Activities

Students complete speaking and writing activities in each unit. These activities give students a chance to become more familiar with the speaking and
writing patterns of German by applying them in communicative situations.

Listening and Reading Comprehension Activities

Each unit contains both listening and reading comprehension practices. They are based on the vocabulary, grammar, or culture concepts presented that
unit and challenge students to identify the main ideas and significant details of the listening/reading excerpts.

Assessments

Listening and reading comprehension quizzes verify that students comprehend the main ideas and/or significant details of target language passages or
conversations.

Culture comprehension quizzes verify that students have understood important concepts presented in the culture presentations.

Unit tests assess students' mastery of the vocabulary words and grammar concepts presented that unit. Each unit test also includes reading and
listening comprehension questions and an oral or written assessment.

Midterm and Semester Exams are comprehensive in nature. Not only do they assess students' knowledge of the language, but they also assess students'
ability to produce the language in a communicative way. Midterms and Semester Exams include both oral and written assessments.

"Life-long Learner" Assignments

Each semester students are required to create a plan for incorporating German into their daily lives. They accomplish this by outlining the long-term
benefits of learning German, by making goals for what they want to accomplish with their mastery of the language, and by creating a plan for
accomplishing their goals.

"Explore" Activities

These activities help students develop a more profound understanding of German-speaking countries and cultures.

"Webquest" Activities

These special activities provide students the opportunity to link out to authentic sources of language on the Internet. Students are given practical
tasks where they must use their language to accomplish the assignment.

Journal

Journal assignments allow students to make cultural comparisons, reinforce new vocabulary and grammar patterns, and practice communicating in the
language.

Pronunciation

Pronunciation lessons are presented in short animation videos. These videos focus on the unique sounds of the language. Follow-up activities throughout
the unit provide additional practices for students to improve their pronunciation skills.

Additional Information

Course Length

12 Months

Prerequisites

None

Course Materials

No

Course Start Date

Independent Study Courses

Courses can be started any day for independent study courses without a teacher. Full-year courses last 12 months and semester courses last 6 months.

Courses Taught by a K12 Teacher

Courses with a teacher have designated start dates throughout Fall and Spring. Full-year courses last 10 months and semester courses last 5 months. Courses are taught by teachers in K12 International Academy. For details on start dates, click here.

Teacher Assisted

This course is available in two forms: taught by a teacher or designed for independent use. This teacher-supported course is taught through K12 International Academy. It is also available as independent study, where a parent will guide the course.

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To use this course, you'll need a computer with an Internet connection. Some courses require additional free software programs, which you can download from the Internet.

Mac OS

Using Mobile Devices with the Online School

Unfortunately, many portable devices do not support the software products required to run the Online School. These devices may include (but not limited to): Chromebooks, iPads, iPhones, iPods, Kindles, eReaders, and Andriod phones.

Internet Connections

It is highly recommended that a broadband connection be used instead of dial up.